Assistant Vice President at Virginia Economic Development Partnership – Richmond, Virginia

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to serve as Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Incentives. This pivotal position will oversee the design, implementation, and administration of Virginia’s economic development incentive programs-tools that help attract and retain major business incentives and create high-quality jobs across the Commonwealth.

The AVP will assist in leading a high-performing team, collaborate with local and regional partners, and ensure the integrity, transparency, and impact of VEDP-administered incentives. This role requires a mix of analytical rigor, policy expertise, and exceptional leadership, diplomacy, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Division Leadership & Administration

Assist in leading operations and programs of VEDP’s Incentive Division, providing strategic direction and team leadership

Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and training resources to ensure effective incentive administration

Serve as a resource on statutory and policy requirements, collaborating closely with VEDP’s legal team

Represent VEDP in meetings with state agencies, legislators, site selectors, and local partners

Participate as an active member of the executive leadership team, supporting cross-organizational initiatives

Project Review & Due Diligence

Oversee the Project Review and Credit Committee (PRACC) process, ensuring thorough documentation and risk assessment

Lead development of policies and procedures governing VEDP-administered incentive programs

Conduct financial and reputational due diligence on projects, coordinating approvals with the Secretary of Commerce and Trade and the MEI Project Approval Commission

Ensure all data and approvals are accurately captured in Salesforce

Return on Investment (ROI) Modeling

Modernize and maintain VEDP’s ROI model to evaluate multiple incentive scenarios efficiently and accurately

Provide detailed fiscal impact analyses to inform incentive offers and policy decisions

Incentive Structuring for Major Projects

Collaborate with the SVP of Business Investment and project teams to design performance-based incentive structures for major investments (e.g., headquarters, advanced manufacturing, logistics hubs)

Develop multiple incentive options and assist with the creation of project term sheets, presentations, and contractual documents

Monitoring & Compliance

Oversee administration, reporting, and compliance for all VEDP-administered incentives

Coordinate with internal teams and legal counsel on contract drafting, milestone verification, extensions, and recovery actions

Ensure all project metrics and documentation are accurately tracked in Salesforce

Reporting & Analysis

Provide semiannual updates to the VEDP Board on project performance

Oversee statutory reporting and develop public transparency tools for incentive activity

Leverage compliance analytics to strengthen policies, mitigate risk, and improve program effectiveness

Skills:

• Demonstrated expertise in incentive program design, fiscal analysis, and compliance oversight
• Strong analytical and modeling skills (advanced Excel required)
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Experience managing complex, cross-agency projects and presenting to senior leadership or legislative bodies

Experience:

10+ years of experience in economic development, finance, or public administration, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

Why Join VEDP

At VEDP, you will help shape Virginia’s economic future – fostering business growth, job creation, and community prosperity. The Incentives Division plays a critical role in ensuring the Commonwealth’s investments deliver measurable value for its citizens. You will work alongside mission-driven professionals in a collaborative, high-impact environment that values innovation, accountability, and integrity.

Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. VEDP uses the E-Verify system and does not provide sponsorship.

A valid Virginia driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport is required. All candidates must apply through our website https://www.vedp.org/careers. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Application deadline: February 26, 2026.

This is a Richmond-based position with hybrid work options.

VEDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. It is VEDP’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applicants requiring more information or requiring assistance may contact VEDP Human Resources at 1-804-545-5634 or vedphr@VEDP.org. TDD 1-800-828-1120.